Teen Therapy, centering Asian, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ youth

in person in San Francisco, virtually for residents of California

I support pre-teens and teens through the complex transitions of adolescence—a time often filled with both possibility and overwhelm. Therapy offers a space to slow down, feel heard, and make sense of what they’re going through, at their own pace.

As they build self-awareness, emotional resilience, and self-acceptance, therapy becomes a foundation that supports them not just now, but into young adulthood and beyond.

Common challenges I help teens navigate:

  • Academic pressure, performance anxiety, and perfectionism

  • Depression, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm

  • Bullying, social anxiety, isolation

  • Family and cultural conflict, especially around intergenerational differences

  • Intergenerational trauma

  • Body image concerns, self-harm, and low self-esteem

  • Big life changes—such as moving, immigration, or loss

  • Coming out and exploring gender identity or sexual orientation

I have a special affinity for working with teens who are:

  • Asian-American, BIPOC, or part of the Asian diaspora

  • Navigating multiple cultural identities—including immigrants, international students, mixed-race teens, and transnational adoptees

  • Neurodivergent, including those with ADHD and autism

  • LGBTQ+

My approach is warm, relational, and grounded in cultural humility. I create a space where teens can bring all parts of themselves—especially those that may feel misunderstood or unseen elsewhere.

I invite you to book a free 20min consult with me, where you'd get an idea if we're a good fit for each other. We’ll talk about what you’re seeking, how we might work together, and any questions you may have. If you are a parent seeking support for your teen, I invite you to add your teen to the call. I look forward to connecting with you!

Let’s explore working together.

Downtown Office 870 Market St, San Francisco, 94102. ADA access, by Powell St.

 

Pacific Heights Office 1781 Union St, San Francisco, 94123. Street Parking, MUNI access

 

I also see clients residing anywhere in California virtually, via phone or zoom.